How to write the letter 'C' in cursive

Learning to write the letter "C" helps you get comfortable with smooth, curved movements needed for other letters. Practicing its rounded shape makes it easier to form and connect many cursive letters. Because "C" easily links to other letters, it's an important step toward writing words in cursive.

Note: here we showcase the most common way to write in cursive, but you can explore other cursive fonts to see how they differ.

Capital 'C'

Writing the capital letter “C” in cursive involves a large, sweeping curve. With a little practice, you’ll be able to form the letter neatly and accurately. Here’s how to write a capital cursive “C”:

  1. Start just below the top line.
  2. Make a large curve to the left, like you're starting a circle.
  3. Continue curving down and to the right, creating a smooth, rounded shape that touches the bottom line.
  4. As you near the bottom line, slide your pencil up and out to the right.

Lowercase 'c'

After mastering the uppercase “C”, it’s time to write the lowercase “c”. This simple and elegant letter flows effortlessly with a curved stroke. Follow these steps to form the lowercase cursive “c”:

  1. Start just below the midline.
  2. Curve down and to the left as if you're drawing half a circle.
  3. Continue the curve back up and stop just above the bottom line.

The letter 'C' in cursive

Learning the letter "C" in cursive helps you build smooth, fluid strokes. Since it's commonly used in both uppercase and lowercase, mastering "C" makes transitioning between letters easier and improves your overall cursive flow.

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